FIA members 'required to maintain strict neutrality' after Mayer's bid for presidency
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Updated: 12:13, 05 Jul 2025
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On Friday morning, Tim Mayer announced that he would challenge Mohammed Ben Sulayem at the FIA's presidential election. The motorsport federation has since shared a press release on the elections.
The FIA's statement reads: “The FIA Presidential election is a structured and democratic process, to ensure fairness, transparency, and integrity at every stage. It is conducted in accordance with the FIA Statutes.”
“The Presidential List, which includes the President of the FIA is elected by FIA Member Clubs with full voting rights, representing both the Sport and Mobility pillars of the organisation.”
“In line with the FIA’s commitment to impartiality and to preserve equal treatment of candidates, FIA staff members are required to maintain strict neutrality throughout the process. The Federation will continue to operate as normal, delivering on its responsibilities to its Members and across all areas of motor sport and mobility.”
“This year’s election will take place during the FIA General Assemblies on 12 December.”
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Two candidates running for the presidency: Ben Sulayem and Mayer
By the end of the year, it will be therefore decided through voting whether Ben Sulayem could remain the President, or Mayer manages to win the elections and succeed the Emirati.
Before Mayer's announcement, it seemed like Ben Sulayem would run unopposed, as Carlos Sainz Sr. announced that he would withdrew from the running.
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